Abstract
We applied the iterative Fresnel integrals method for the numerical computation of Fresnel diffraction patterns from rectangular apertures tilted at an arbitrary angle to the optical axis. Detailed theoretical formalism is developed and discussed, and then is applied for the numerical computation and simulation of the actual diffraction patterns for an arbitrary optical configuration. The generated intensity distributions (images) show distortion and stretching in the direction of the tilt, but not in the other orthogonal direction. Significant decrease of the intensity is also predicted and observed, the decrease being proportionate with the tilt angle. The simulated images qualitatively resemble those published in the literature. In addition to single-axis tilts, simultaneous rotations (tilts) of the aperture in two orthogonal coordinate axes were also briefly considered and simulated.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 939-947 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Optics and Laser Technology |
Volume | 44 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jun 2012 |
Keywords
- Fresnel diffraction
- Iterative Fresnel integrals method
- Tilted apertures
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering